FRENCH OCR J730 CONTACT PERSON: Mr RJ Taylor (HoD) EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT • Terminal exam in Listening and Reading at either Foundation or Higher Tier • Weightings: Listening 20%, Reading 20%, Speaking 30%, Writing 30% Course specification www.ocr.org.uk/download/kd/ocr_9962_kd_spec.pdf Overview www.ocr.org.uk/download/pm/ocr_15973_pm_gcse_fre_ger_spa_brochure.pdf
COURSEWORK
There is no coursework, however Writing and Speaking papers are sat under controlled conditions between May of Year 10 and April of Year 11
AIMS • • • • • •
Derive enjoyment and benefit from language learning by following a coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study Develop understanding of the language in a variety of contexts Develop knowledge of the language and language learning skills Develop the ability to communicate effectively in the language Develop awareness and understanding of countries and communities where the language is spoken Recognise that their linguistic knowledge, understanding and skills help them to take their place in a multilingual global society and also provide them with a suitable basis for further study and practical use of the language
TOPICS
Each topic provides contexts where learners explore the targetlanguage countries and communities. Topic Area 1 Home and local area: Life in the home; friends and relationships. Local area, facilities and getting around. Topic Area 2 Health and sport: Sport, outdoor pursuits and healthy lifestyle. Food and drink as aspects of culture and health. Topic Area 3 Leisure and entertainment: Socialising, special occasions and festivals. TV, films and music. Topic Area 4 Travel and the wider world: Holidays and exchanges. Environmental, cultural and social issues. Topic Area 5 Education and work: School life in the UK and in the target language country or community. Work experience, future study and jobs, working abroad. For Speaking and Writing controlled assessment tasks, candidates may choose to do a task on one of the above topics or subtopics but they can do a task on a topic of their own choice that links closely to their own personal interests. There will be regular opportunities to work with the Foreign Language Assistant in pairs or small groups to improve pupils’ oral skills.
COSTS INVOLVED (approximate) • • • • •
Noncompulsory exchange programme approximately £265.00 (French / German tbc) EProjects with partner schools – no cost Extracurricular language days £25.00. Young MFL leaders qualification £7.00 contribution Recommended dictionaries £7.00. Revision Guides £4.00 Resources and support via SBS MFL website: www.sbslangs.org.uk
Sept 2010